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Manufacturing, Logistics and Supply Chain articles
Manufacturing and Supply Chain IT articles comprising case studies, product information, opinion articles, reports, new contract wins, product launches, opinion from the trade associations, government departments, research analysts, the vendor community. These articles are about specific industry IT solutions and topics relating to how improvements and efficiency gains can be made by the use of information technology within supply chain applications. All topics are covered in these articles which include ERP/MRP, Manufacturing Software, Advanced Planning, Demand Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management Software, Automatic Identification/Datacapture, Voice-Directed Warehousing, Printing & Labelling, Transport Management, Asset Management Software and Mobile Computing.
What can retailers learn from millennials?
Mar 02, 2016
Much has been written about the rise of millennials recently, with many alluding to what marketers and advertisers can learn from this generation. But what about retailers? Known for their eagerness to learn, their openness to change and their desire to get exactly what they want, Craig Sears-Black, Managing Director, Manhattan Associates, advises retailers on how they can not only learn from millennials, but also implement strategies to ensure they stay onside.
TomTom Telematics to showcase connected fleet management at CV Show 2016
Mar 02, 2016
Latest developments in connected fleet management systems – to help businesses achieve greater efficiency from field to office – will be showcased by TomTom Telematics at this year's CV Show.
Egbert Taylor Group takes to the Cloud with Infor
Mar 02, 2016
Infor, provider of business applications specialised by industry and built for the Cloud, has announced that the Egbert Taylor Group, the manufacturer of four-wheeled metal bins, has successfully deployed Infor CloudSuite Industrial (SyteLine).
Star Micronics adds to suite of software and developer tools for retailers, developers and integrators with new PassPRNT application
Mar 02, 2016
Star Micronics has extended its suite of software tools to provide feature-rich solutions that work above existing POS software, offer power and paper saving features, powerful marketing tools as well as ease of integration.
RBTE opens next week
Mar 02, 2016
Next week will see the largest European gathering of the retail community when RBTE, Europe's most influential retail solutions event and the co-located Retail Design Expo and Retail Digital Signage Expo opens its doors for business.
Star Micronics enhances Web based Functionality of Bluetooth mobile printers: SM-S230i and SM-L200
Mar 02, 2016
Star Micronics has enhanced the functionality of its latest Bluetooth mobile printers SM-S230i and SM-L200.
Snapfulfil unveils new look and software editions
Mar 02, 2016
In line with its continued success and evolution as a business, warehouse management system provider, Synergy Logistics, has launched a brand new website and corporate identity for its multi award-winning Snapfulfil WMS.
Scott Bader extends relationship with Infor
Mar 02, 2016
Infor has announced that Scott Bader has extended its investment in Infor with a deployment of the maintenance management capabilities of Infor M3 at the Scott Bader manufacturing site in the UK.
Thoughts on how to help members of staff accept a new WMS
Mar 02, 2016
Installing a new Warehouse Management System represents a significant investment in both money and time, so it can be frustrating when some members of the workforce reject change before it is even introduced.
Logistics Information Technology News (LogisticsIT.com)
Logistics information technology (LIT) is the use of information technology (IT) to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of logistics operations. LIT encompasses a wide range of technologies, including:
- Barcoding and electronic data interchange (EDI): These technologies are used to automate the exchange of data between different parts of the supply chain.
- Warehouse management systems (WMS): These systems are used to track inventory levels, manage orders, and optimize the flow of goods in and out of warehouses.
- Transportation management systems (TMS): These systems are used to plan and track shipments, manage carriers, and optimize routes.
- Fleet management systems (FMS): These systems are used to track and monitor vehicles, manage fuel consumption, and improve driver safety.
- Geospatial technologies: These technologies are used to track the location of goods in real time and optimize delivery routes.
- Artificial intelligence (AI): AI is being used in logistics to automate tasks, improve decision-making, and optimize operations.
LIT can help logistics organizations to improve their performance in a number of ways, including:
- Increased efficiency: LIT can help to automate tasks, streamline processes, and improve communication between different parts of the supply chain. This can lead to significant reductions in costs and improved efficiency.
- Improved visibility: LIT can help to track the location of goods in real time and provide visibility into the entire supply chain. This can help to identify and resolve problems more quickly and improve customer satisfaction.
- Enhanced decision-making: LIT can help to provide decision-makers with real-time data and insights. This can help them to make better decisions about things like inventory levels, shipping routes, and pricing.
